School Overview: |
Gesher Jewish Day School
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| School Membership(s) | Virginia Association of Independent Schools (VAIS) Other religious school association(s) State or regional independent school association |
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| Religious Affiliation | Jewish | |
| Grades Offered | Grades Kindergarten - 8 | |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes | |
| Learning Programs Supported | Reading Specialist, Speech Therapist | |
| Year Founded | 1982 | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 196 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
| % Students of Color | 15% (VA School Avg.: 27%) | |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 41 teachers | |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 5:1 (National school avg.: 13:1) | |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 80% | |
| Average Class Size | 20 students | |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses | |
| Matriculation Data | Link to Matriculation Data | |
| Classroom dress code | Casual (dress code of modesty, no formal uniform) |
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| Finances and Admission | ||
| Admission Deadline | Jan. 31 / rolling | |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $16,950 | |
| Tuition Notes | Needs based financial assistance is available. | |
| % on Financial Aid | 40% | |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $8,000 | |
| Acceptance Rate | 90% | |
| Admissions Director | Debra Mendelson | |
| Sports | ||
| Total Sports Offered | 6 sports | |
Sports
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| Basketball | Cross Country | |
| Fencing | Mountain Biking | |
| Soccer | Softball | |
| Extracurriculars | ||
| Total Extracurriculars | 7 extracurriculars | |
Extracurriculars
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| Science | Student yearbook club | |
| fencing | art | |
| music ensemble | Gesher Green club | |
| and more | ||
There’s more for your child at Gesher Jewish Day School. An excellent general studies program, vibrant Jewish learning, sports, music, drama, art, languages, outdoor classrooms, technology, library, and more. Whether you are looking for a Kindergarten where Jewish values are taught alongside the ABCs and 123s, considering an alternative to your child’s elementary school, or looking for a personal, dynamic and confidence-building middle school education for your emerging teen, admission at all grade levels is welcome. Please enjoy your “virtual” visit, but nothing takes the place of seeing our students and teachers in action! Call or email today to arrange a personal tour of the school. I look forward to meeting you!
Profile last updated: 07/14/2011
View all schools in: Fairfax, Fairfax County, Zip 22030
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